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Florida Department of Transportation cameras show the extent of the crash and traffic tie-ups.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • July 12, 2022
Four seriously injured in Monday I-75 collision near Clark Road

Charges pending in chain reaction crash involving six vehicles.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Navy veteran John Hynal shares Operation Eco Vets' mission at a farmers market.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 24, 2023
Operation Eco Vets looks for new home to host programs

The East County nonprofit supports veterans by providing opportunities to learn sustainability skills.

  • East County
  • News
Cougars senior Molly Donaghy is the team's leading scorer. She had seven goals against Saint Stephen's on March 3.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 5, 2020
Cougars girls lacrosse on pace to smash 2019 record

Cardinal Mooney is in the first year under head coach Brooke Eisenacher.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
If a tree is removed in Sarasota, city officials want to ensure neighboring residents have ample warning. That’s the intent behind one of many changes proposed for the city’s tree protection ordinance. On Dec. 15, staff met with residents to discuss tree
  • By David Conway |
  • December 23, 2015
Will new city tree protections take root?

In response to continued resident feedback, a list of proposed changes to city tree regulations is growing. How is staff attempting to address citizen concerns?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Maya Schultz and Maeva Ginsberg-Klemmt let some some screams after winning the A Final of the Women's U17 2x (7:36.96) at the 2022 USRowing Youth National Championships.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 11, 2023
Look forward to these events, storylines from Sarasota sports in 2023

A rundown of what our columnist is looking forward to covering over the next 12 months.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The town's 81 canals were split into seven groups.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • March 29, 2023
Longboat's canal maintenance program still years from reality

Early 2025 is likely the earliest a canal dredging program will be implemented.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota High's Ryleigh Bennett has been the team's workhorse.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 16, 2023
Sarasota High softball gets 'scrappy' in fast start

Building off their 2022 season, the Sailors are 6-1 and have shown an ability to win multiple ways.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Daily code enforcement fines for noncompliance add up to more than $49,000 for a Longboat Key homeowner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 31, 2016
Top Story — October: Longboat homeowner faces $49,106 fine for code violations

Catch up on the hottest news items of the of the year with the Observer’s Digital Year in Review.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Skyler Johnson, a sophomore at Parrish Community High School, uses an endoscope to check the valves within the chamber to see if they're bent.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 8, 2023
Manatee students prepare to be career-ready with hands-on experience

Changes in career and technical education keep the school district adjusting to meet industry needs.

  • East County
  • Schools
Lizz Wright, Marcus Miller, Tony Monaco and Terell Stafford.
  • By Eric Snider |
  • January 29, 2023
Sarasota Jazz Festival keeps the tempo with its 2023 lineup

The Sarasota Jazz Festival has been entertaining audiences for 42 years. This year’s festival program director, Terell Stafford, has crafted a formidable lineup that sees jazz through a wide-angle lens.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 24, 2023
SPD investigates overnight shooting near St. Armands Circle

The shooting occurred shortly before 1 a.m. Monday near the intersection of Jackson Drive and South Washington Drive.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Riverview High School boys soccer team
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • December 12, 2013
School Board

Riverview soccer players support alumnus; Law and Order; Rams Reunite

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Dr. Jennifer Bencie, the Manatee County Health Officer for the Florida Department of Health, said without reaching herd immunity, COVID-19 has many chances to mutate into more contagious or severe strains. File photo.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • July 28, 2021
Delta variant rising in Manatee County as governor urges vaccinations

Manatee County health officer says children under 12 could spread COVID-19 to their classmates.

  • East County
  • News
Luke Schaufuss and Macarena Giminez play James and The Sylph in the Sarasota Ballet's "La Sylphide."
  • By Sara Rachon |
  • March 29, 2023
Sarasota Ballet's 'La Sylphide' has company on its toes

Luke Schaufuss and Giminez Macarena delight audiences in the classic Danish ballet.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
"Fame! The Musical" runs from July 15-16 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and showcases students in WBTT's summer intensive musical theater program.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 11, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 13-19

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Lakewood Ranch Town Hall Executive Director Anne Ross and Braden River Utilities official Bob Simons say conservation of irrigation water in Lakewood Ranch through soil moisture sensor technology can save up to 30% on water costs.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 17, 2019
Moisture sensors make monetary sense in Lakewood Ranch

Conservation program waters down irrigation costs in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
After being selected as the new mayor, Kyle Battie presents his predecessor, Erik Arroyo, with a key to the city.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 14, 2022
Sarasota city commissioners sworn in, pick Battie as mayor for 2022-23

After Jen Ahearn-Koch and Debbie Trice were sworn in, the Sarasota City Commission selected Kyle Battie to succeed Erik Arroyo as mayor.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch's Carol Edwards serves soup during the 2022 Empty Bowls fundraiser that benefits Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 2, 2023
Meals on Wheels prepares for 2023 after seeing increased demand in 2022

The nonprofit says community support has been crucial to meeting the increased demand for food and services.

  • East County
  • News
Jocelyn Elkhatib gets a close look at the inner workings of a bee hive.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • March 12, 2016
Visitors swarm to the Honey Bee Festival

Sarasota Honey Company and the Suncoast Beekeepers Association partner with Sweetgrass Farms for event to save the bees.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • November 20, 2019
Sarasota Libraries, schools partner to bring learning tools to students

The two organizations partnered to bring ONEPass, a program that contains a variety of learning tools, to the county.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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